HIP Picks: New Videos from Honey And Blue, SMILEZ, and more | 7/14/2023
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New This Week: “All In My Head” music video from Honey And Blue, plus new music videos from SMILEZ, Battle Tapes, Greg Hoy, Carly Hanley, Diane Gentile and the Gentle Men, Keyvous, and Bill Crews and the Crews Cartel
After a break to celebrate Indie-pendence Day on the 4th, the HIP team are back at it and we are thrilled to share eight exciting new videos The latest HIP Picks – Weekly Client Roundup is here; take a look at the videos, and learn more about the clips by reading below.
“All In My Head” Music Video: Honey And Blue (pop/soul)
Now based in Columbus, Ohio, Adam Darling and Stephanie Amber are alt-pop duo Honey And Blue. “All In My Head” is a masterclass in seductive and narrative-rich songwriting. The music video, which they directed, takes a new spin on epic and fateful love stories.
“I Hate My Ex” Music Video: SMILEZ (pop/rap)
Yellow-clad and dangerous, SMILEZ is quickly becoming a staple and poster child of the emo-rap scene. An anthem for the heartbroken, “I Hate My Ex” comes hot off his new album Ur in My World. The “I Hate My Ex” video, which SMILEZ directed, flips through a digital yearbook of exes.
“Brand New” Music Video: Battle Tapes(rock/alternative)
Battle Tapes have released several dizzyingly enjoyable albums and EPS, but they might be best known for their contributions to video games like Grand Theft Auto V. “Brand New” is a centerpiece of Texture – it’s only a matter of time before it accompanies a game. In the “Brand New” clip (directed by Hoolopee), avatars of the group members pay homage to oldschool PlayStation games.
“Comfort Vendetta” Music Video: Greg Hoy (indie/rock)
With over thirty albums released, Greg Hoy can tackle any imaginable topic with his candid lyricism and authentic sound. “Comfort Vendetta”, from his recent album Yay for Effort, is a 90s-inspired reflection on dating an emotionally unavailable partner. The “Comfort Vendetta” video (directed by Greg Hoy) stars Anna Copa Cabana, and it shows life after lost love.
“Ooh La La” Music Video: Carly Hanley (pop)
Following her 2022 EP Radiant and a stream of singles, Carly Hanley is ready to release her first album, Ruby, this fall. “Ooh La La” is a vibrant and sexy pop-romp about spontaneous attraction. Jason Knade’s video for “Ooh La La” sets the perfect scene for the sensuous song.
“Walk With Me” Music Video: Diane Gentile and the Gentle Men ft. Alejandro Escovdeo (singer-songwriter)
Diane Gentile knows: if you want to make it in NYC’s legendary rock scene, you’ve got to put the time in. “Walk With Me” is a duet between Gentile, with her band The Gentle Men, and roots rocker Alejandro Escovedo. Celebrating the Big Apple, the “Walk With Me” video (directed by Dave Stekert) travels through the heart of Chinatown and the Lower East Side.
“C.A.W. (Catch A Wave)” Music Video: Keyvous (R&B)
Born and raised in the City of Angels, Keyvous has done it all, like rapping alongside childhood friend Robin Thicke in their group Think Twice. Touring worldwide, he’s hyped audiences of up to 50,000. “C.A.W. (Catch a Wave),” is an anthem for those riding the waves of love, and its video (directed by C Nyce and Keyvous) is a steamy flick reminiscent of ’90s rap videos.
“People Get Ready” Music Video: Bill Crews and the Crews Cartel (singer-songR&B)
Brought up by a traveling minister, Bill Crews of Bill Crews and the Crews Cartel is never short of stories. For their new single, Bill Crews and the Crews Cartel cover The Impressions’ classic of hope and peace, “People Get Ready.” The video, which was directed and edited by Crews’ longtime friend Maureen McCarthy, is a perfect recipe for peace, love, and joy.
